(CREATE Studio) Research Graduate Intern London, England
Job description
Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
The Job:
CREATE is the branded content studio for CNN International. We tell authentic stories that inspire and engage our audience. Through a data-informed process we deliver award-winning, relevant content to our audience of influential decision makers.
As part of the creative team, the Research Intern will support the delivery of award-winning film and digital branded content for clients of CNN International globally.
Reporting into the Head of Copy and Global Executive Producer, the Research Intern primary responsibility is assisting the sold production teams through desktop research and write ups of findings, in support of development of creative content production.
The Daily:
You’ll become CREATE Brand Studio’s knowledge centre about an important topic and identify prospective stories and talent. We’re looking for someone with excellent research and communication skills, who can think both creatively and commercially.
Research and Creative:
Support the Producers and Heady of Copy with the fulfilment of the CREATE production workload of film and digital articles
Deep research into multiple industries and issues
Working with our creative teams, define the scope of each project and anticipate any challenges. Write comprehensive reports summarising findings and ideas, and present to the wider team
Write concise and comprehensive briefing notes on prospective subject, talent, story, for benefit of production teams
Help the team identify opportunities for new topics, story, talent
Ensure all research and data is tracked, validated with trusted sources, and any potential risks are flagged
The Essentials:
You must be a recent university graduate, having graduated no earlier than July 2021.
Experience of applying research skills within a creative environment
A passion for stories
An understanding of people and what engages them
A strong interest in content production, specifically written, animated and filmed content
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good organisational and administrative skills
Good attention to detail
Experience with Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Outlook), and Apple devices
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to strict deadlines
Ability to source talent and story options for written articles, animation and live action film executions
Ability to build and maintain good working relationships
Ability to work with confidential information with complete discretion
Ability to work both autonomously and as a team player in a small team environment when required
The Internship:
Salary: £26,000
Contract Length: 12 months
Start Date: 14th August 2023
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
The Legal Bits…
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].
